Statistics Norway is an independent statistical office backed by a sound statistical law. The
organisation has an excellent service culture which delivers high quality products to the
satisfaction of users. Staff are proud of their work and proud to work for Statistics Norway. The
office is technically advanced, with all products delivered through the Internet, the office being
at the forefront of early Internet delivery. Data collection is strongly based on administrative
registers.
Statistics Norway either largely or fully meets the principles of the Code of Practice. All
indicators within the principles of Professional Independence, Mandate for Data Collection, and
Statistical Confidentiality are fully meet. This is partly a result of the Statistics Act, but also the
culture of the office. There were impressive levels of documentation available to staff and a real
willingness to learn across all staff. There is a strong level of international cooperation,
especially across the Nordic group of countries, which enhances the quality of work.
There is a substantial level of research activity in Statistics Norway. Users commented at the
need to carefully balance this work with the principles of impartiality and integrity of the office.
The senior management were very conscious of this potential conflict.
The major area of improvement required is around the Quality Commitment, however there are
strong indications that work is planned here and will be achieved in a short time period.